The battle between holders Manchester United and Italian champions Inter Milan is the standout clash in a mouthwatering draw.

Mourinho could not contain his excitement when he heard the draw.

He said: “I am satisfied, I wanted the best and I have got the European champions who maybe in two days will be world champions. It is a team with the current Ballon D’Or winner (Cristiano Ronaldo), a great coach in Alex Ferguson and a stadium with a fantastic atmosphere.

“It will be unforgettable returning to Manchester.”

In another cracker, Rafa Benitez’s Liverpool side take on the team they beat in the 1981 European Cup Final, Real Madrid, with Juande Ramos making his return to this country.

There will be an emotional return to Stamford Bridge for former boss Claudio Ranieri when his Juventus side face Chelsea.

And in yet another England v Italy showdown, Arsenal will take on Roma.